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10 Questions On Sacrifice
For personal or small group study, here are 10 study questions to tackle personally or within a small group study.
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IS THE WESTERN CHURCH EQUIPPED FOR SACRIFICE?
What would we give up for the cause? “…for my sake…” (19:29) In verse 29 of Matthew 19, Jesus begins to wrap up an entire discussion on sacrifice. He issues a statement that should be taken as truth for any follower of Jesus. Jesus highlights three fundamental pieces to our lives; (1) home, (2) family and (3) work. “…everyone…
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IT’S ALL FUN AND GAMES UNTIL JESUS REQUIRES SACRIFICE
“…all things are possible.” (19:26) This week, we’ve been exploring Matthew 19 in references to riches and sacrifice. Yesterday, we left the disciples in shock, begging the question, “Who then can be saved?” (19:25) As is always the case, just when the disciples are in total bewilderment, we see Jesus’ effective ability to teach, widening…
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CAN RICHES AND SACRIFICE COEXIST?
“…someone who is rich…” (19:23) In Matthew 19, we read that Jesus and His disciples were in the region of Judea. While there, a wealthy young man brought an opportunity for Jesus to teach His disciples (and us) some valuable lessons on riches and sacrifice. Jesus says to his disciples, “…it is hard for someone who…
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10 Questions To Ask When Studying Matthew 18
If you’ve spent any time in a church, you’ve heard Matthew 18 thrown out. Often during a challenging situation where there has been conflict. The struggle is that rarely do Christians use Jesus’ teaching correctly, and sometimes it’s used inappropriately. This can make situations worse, and put further stress on relationships.
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DO EARTHLY RELATIONSHIPS MATTER TO GOD?
“…whatever you bind on earth…” (18:18) We’re continuing our week-long discussion on relationships from Matthew 18. In verse 18, Jesus begins to centre in on the real heart of this discussion. Jesus is about to connect the earthly church principles with the heavenly Father’s oversight. A few weeks ago, we read that Jesus offered these very same…
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WHEN THEY REFUSE RECONCILIATION, RESTORATION AND RELATIONSHIP
“If they still refuse…” (Matthew 18:17) This week we’ve discussed relationships, specifically how they relate to Matthew 18. Feel free to scroll to the bottom of this post to read earlier posts. Verse 17 should not be taken lightly. We read, “If they still refuse…” (18:17) Unfortunately, there may come a time where one of…
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HOW RECONCILIATION BEGINS
And Hopefully, How It Ends. It begins in Matthew 18:15. This verse opens up with, “If your brother or sister sins…” After reading those words, you may be assuming that this is going to be a finger-pointing post. Perhaps, you’ve already thought to yourself, “Here we go. Another pastor writing an article of forced conviction.“ I assure you, this is…
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CONFLICT VS. RELATIONSHIPS
Changing the Way We Read Matthew 18. I did a bit of Googling last week. You see, our church is going through a series in the Gospel of Matthew. This past Sunday, we hit Matthew 18. So I did what any good pastor would do; I Googled! I Googled “Matthew 18“. First off, I found…
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EXPERIENCING THE MOUNTAINTOP
10 Questions for Reflection From Mt. 17 The Transfiguration: Matthew 17:1-9 This week, we’ve been working through a post-series on Matthew 17:1-9. Today, we end this series with some questions for personal or group reflection. Scroll to the bottom of this post to read previous posts. 10 Questions for Reflection 1. What were your initial thoughts, after…
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EXPERIENCING THE MOUNTAINTOP: THE DESCENT
The Mountaintop Descent (Mt. 17:7-9) This week, we’ve been working through a post-series on Matthew 17:1-9. Which mountaintop is Christ calling us to climb? Despite the fear and anxiety, is the view from the mountaintop worth it? Are we ready for the experience He’s prepared for us? “Don’t be afraid.” (17:7) After experiencing the transfiguration at the…
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EXPERIENCING THE MOUNTAINTOP: THE EXPERIENCE
The Mountaintop Experience: (Mt. 17:2-6) Yesterday, I introduced this week’s post-series on Matthew 17:1-9. Which mountaintop is Christ calling us to climb? Despite the fear and anxiety, is the view from the mountaintop worth it? Are we ready for the experience He’s prepared for us? Click HERE to read “Part 1 – The Ascent“. “…he…
